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Hummingbird moth

Photo by Amethustos
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Field Notes

Description:

Its long proboscis and its hovering behaviour, accompanied by an audible humming noise, make it look remarkably like ahummingbird while feeding on flowers.

Habitat:

Can be found feeding on flowering plants along side bumblebees and other insects.

Notes:

Resembles a hummingbird or flying shrimp.

Species ID Suggestions

Hummingbird Clearwing

Hemaris diffinis

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Jacob Gorneau
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